The projects listed on this page are eligible to receive funds from USDA Rural Development through the Empowering Rural America (New ERA) program. New ERA program funding is available to member-owned rural electric cooperatives, like EKPC, which have been the backbone of America’s rural power delivery for nearly a century.
As a part of the New ERA program, EKPC solicited input from communities near the projects on desired benefits and concerns on the projects.
To support the requirements of this federal funding, EKPC has developed a community benefits plan (CBP). CBPs are intended to outline how projects will benefit local residents, address local concerns about negative project impacts, and enhance community support.
Please review the information below and click on the comment button for a project or projects to engage and provide your feedback. Thank you for engaging in the CBP process.